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Energy-efficient Systems

ISO 14001Since 1997, the IVC Group has put considerable eff ort in the imple-mentation of a fi nely tuned and fully integrated environmental management system. This carefully thought-out approach has allowed us to strike a sound balance between economic profi tability, which keeps us in the black, and environmental integrity, which inspires us to go green. In December 2012, following a tough external screening, the IVC Group was awarded ISO 14001 accreditation. This certifi cate of eco-achievement not only reflects positively on our past endeavours and present-day compliance with environmental rules and regula-tions, but also recognises our systematic commitment to the fi ght against global warming and pollution

Environmental care

Homeward boundThe IVC Group uses only choice materials to build its quality products. We have also spent a lot of time and eff ort structuring and streamlining the waste collection and recycling processes in our plants around the world, making sure not a scrap goes to waste. Heres a brief overview of what weve been up to:Sustainable woodsBalterio makes a point of using only PEFC-certifi ed materials in its high-density fi breboards. This means that the woods inside our products are sourced from sustainably managed forests, where the local resources and ecosystems are treated with the love and respect they deserve. GREENBACK®{greentex}Waste waterH2O is pivotal to our core business, which is making premium fl oors: water is used as a coolant and medium in the production cycle, but also as a cleaning product during the printing stages. But having a watertight system of closed loops doesnt mean were not careful about the way we treat this most valuable resource. That is why we go the extra mile to collect, process, purify and recycle the water than runs through the veins of our plants, without any risk or exposure to the outside environment. Environmental careThat fresh water is now offi cially the most valuable resource on the planet, surpassing fuels like natural gas and oil? According to the United Nations, water treatment and purifi cation systems are the way forward to combat the worldwide shortage looming large. Waste not!Recycled plasticsRecycling the ingredients that make up IVCs distinct fl avour of fl oors is key to our vision on sustainable management. 35 to 50% of any Moduleo design fl oor consists of recycled materials of a controlled origin. Through post-industrial recycling, moreover, we are able to distil a particularly pure type of PVC with a very limited impact on the environment. Similarly, Leolines Greentex fl oors, which have a padded textile back, use up to 60% recycled household plastics, such as PET bottles and plastic containers.

Safeguarding the air

Indoor Air QualityThe processing of PVC inevitably releases low concentrations of volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, which are sublimated into the surrounding air. While these substances are a natural and ubiquitous fact of life ‒ and typically harmless ‒ the IVC Group always plays it safe, making sure that the emission of VOCs is nipped in the bud and neutralised from the factory fl oor to the living room, in line with the most stringent European laws and regulations.IAQ around the worldVOCs are a fact of life when building materials are concerned: even wood and stone cannot escape the natural law of sublimation over the longer term. Fortunately, the IVC Group can guarantee the Indoor Air Quality of the countless homes and businesses that enjoy our fl oors. Dont take our word for it though: here is a telltale list of international credits, certifi cates and realisa-tions, proof positive of our commit-ment to the protection of living (and working) environments!

About us

Company details

IVC Group was incorporated in Avelgem (Belgium) in 1997 and took off to a flying start. Within a few years, it became a leader in the vinyl flooring market in Europe and North America. Our motto is "Never rest on your laurels!"

1,500 dedicated employees sell about 100 million m2 of vinyl flooring every year. The aim for continuous improvement shows in our high-tech product developments and in our corporate social responsibility. For example, the green production site of Avelgem (Belgium) is unique in its kind as it produces a complete range of recyclable floor designs in an environment-friendly way.

IVC Group has been part of the US listed company Mohawk Group since January 2015. With a turnover of almost USD 8 billion and 32,500 employees, it is the largest flooring producer worldwide.